This week is Main Street Fest in Grapevine, Texas... this runs from Friday, May 18th - Sunday, May 20th. Below is a picture of the event from last year. Yes we have Main Street shutdown for the event! So you are aware the streets shutdown from Thursday, May 17 at 7pm from Northwest Highway to Dallas Road. They will be back open by Monday the 21st!
You are probably wonder what happens in this event... here is a brief synopsis from the Grapevine Texas USA Blog:
Enjoy three days of craft brew tastings, food, live entertainment, wine and family-friendly fun. The event coincides with American Craft Beer Week and features Texas brews and regional craft beers. Other event highlights include cask tappings, pairing dinners, and wine tastings in the Texas Wine Terrace. Entertainment areas include the Carnival with rides for kids and adults, the Midway featuring competitive games, and KidCave, a children's entertainment zone with a LEGO-building competition, sea creature touch pool and much more. The blog is a great reference for all of the events in 2018!
So you might wonder why it is considered a Craft Brew Experience... It is simple here are a few of the areas you can Craft Brew experience: CRAFT BREW GARDEN, LIMITED RELEASES, MEET THE BREWERIES, LONE STAR STATE OF MIND.
So you might be asking... What is Craft Brew and why do you call it that instead of just beer?
Sure, a Ferrari is "just a car" but it's no regular vehicle. Sure, a diamond is just a "carbon stone" but it's no ordinary rock. When trying to define craft brew, each brew lover has a unique interpretation. To make a true craft brew definition even more difficult, each individual brand is one-of-a-kind. In other words, there could be 20 different definitions of a craft brew! (Courtesy of Grapevine, Texas USA)
Besides Craft Brew there are many other activities for Example Live Entertainment, Festival Food, and Family Fun activities. This is all about having fun with the family! Now the list of entertainers range from Caroline Kraddick to Texas Flood (Stevie Ray Vaughn Tribute Band) to Desperado (Eagles Tribute Band). There are way to many to list them all... so check them out here. For Family Fun there is a Midway & Museums available. Plus the shops & craft booths up & down Main Street! Now food is a treat for everyone. You can find restaurants open, Carnival food, Special organization food & more. Oh yay... did I mention wine! :)
So you might ask how much does it cost, where can I get admission tickets & coupons. Now on Friday the admission is free from 10am to 5pm. You can purchase your tickets here for entry, carnival rides, Craft Brew Garden Tastings, & more options. I suggest purchasing ahead of time for a couple of reasons. You can pay less online, no waiting inline to purchase the tickets, and probably the biggest is to not miss out on the Craft Brew Garden Tastings.
Now one item I like that others might be interested in tasting is the selection of Hard Apple Ciders. One other thing to consider is if you want to test different beers without buying a case this is a great opportunity. Do remember to drink responsibly during this event! There is plenty of visible & invisible security in place. Plus the Fire Department has a station on site to help out.
Now to stay up to date on the latest details go to KGVR the Grapevine and listen in to my friend J.D. Ryan. You will even find me at the booth. :) KGVR will be broadcasting LIVE near the south entrance across the street from the clock tower! FREE giveaways and KGVR SWAG!
For more details about Main Street Fest go here.